Loose F-Connectors

F-connector plug - Assemble your own antenna cable

An F-connector plug is also called an F-plug. They are typically used in antenna, satellite, or internet installations. It is a very basic connection that ensures that a given signal is stable and without loss of strength.

Be aware: The different sizes of F-connector plugs only fit the corresponding size cable that you have or need. It is therefore important that you know which size F-connector plug you need when assembling your own antenna cable.

At avXperten, you can find F-plugs in the following sizes:

• 4 mm
• 5 mm
• 6 mm - Also available in 6.8mm (F56)
• 7 mm (standard size)
• 8.2 - 8.4 mm (special sizes)

We have a huge selection of F-plugs and antenna material

You can see our large selection here on the website and choose exactly the F-connector plug that suits you best. Our team of dedicated employees is always ready to help you find exactly the products you are looking for.

Remember that we are always willing to help and guide you, and that your order will be shipped directly to your door. Your experience of gaining more quality and comfort in your daily life is important to us. That is why we have chosen to have the best possible selection of F-connector plugs.

If you want to read more about what an F-plug is, and how to install the plug, what tools you need, etc., read on here. You will find instructions on how to get the best TV signal.

How to install an F-connector plug

You need to screw your F-connector onto the connections to ensure the best security and quality. When installing, you need to use an F-connector plug, an antenna cable, and a stripping tool.

The reason you need to strip your antenna cable is to create a signal between the two devices. A connection is made through metal, which is known to be electrically conductive, while the insulation ensures that we do not get shocked when we touch the cable.

Some people choose to use a knife for stripping, but it can be difficult to strip correctly this way. Once you have placed your antenna cable into the stripping tool, you should rotate the tool around the antenna cable in a clockwise direction.

Then, grasp the stripping tool and pull it off the cable. Once your antenna cable is stripped, you can connect it to your F-connector plug. You ensure a good connection if the inner conductor of the antenna cable extends over the edge of your F-connector plug.

You can also choose to use a hobby knife to strip, and here you should also rotate the knife around the cable to remove the insulation. It is important to be careful so you do not cut the conductors.

F-Connector angle adapter

Is space tight when you need to make your antenna installation? With an angle adapter, you can connect your angled antenna cable at a better angle. This can help you if space is limited and you need a 90-degree angle on your connection.

Get a more practical installation. See our selection here: F-Connector angle adapter

F-plug to coax adapter

Coax actually stands for coaxial cable. This cable can also connect TV, telephony, and internet. With an F-plug to coax adapter, you can change the gender on two plugs (male/female). Most antenna installations use F-plugs and coax plugs.

We have angle adapters, F-Female to coax. See our selection here: F to coax adapter

Difference between F-connector plug and antenna socket

The F-connector plug is typically used for cable TV, terrestrial TV, satellite TV, and cable modems. F-plugs are a good solution because they ensure high quality, and at the same time, it is a cheap and durable solution.

It has a usable bandwidth of up to several GHz (Gigahertz).

An antenna socket has a small plastic protection that does not ensure the same tight connection between your devices. This means poorer quality and a greater risk that the connection will break in case the antenna cable falls out.

The F-connector also ensures that no interference comes from the surroundings, and in this way, you achieve the absolute best quality.

When interference comes from the surroundings, the signal is disturbed, and therefore you get a less clear picture and sound if you use an antenna socket. F-connector plugs are generally of better quality than ordinary antenna plugs, and you should use them if you want optimal signal with sharp picture and sound.

F-plugs are a cheap solution when you are looking for an option to ensure the best possible use of your cable or satellite TV. Our F-connector plugs also have the advantage that they can withstand being in damp rooms and cold places. This is due to the screw mechanism, which ensures optimal protection of the electrical conductors.

Use of F-plugs

You can use F-connector plugs to connect different forms of electronics to your TV. It is also popular to use F-plugs to connect a TV with a satellite box using an RG6 cable. It is a setup that is used in many home theaters.

Some also use their F-connector plugs to connect surveillance cameras or DVD players to the television. The possibilities are many when you choose to use F-connector plugs, and it is also quite easy to install.

F-connector plugs are used when you need to connect for instance your antenna amplifier and your combiner.

There are many different types of antenna plugs, but most do not have as good shielding as F-connector plugs. You should be aware of which sizes of plugs match the parts you want to connect.

The standard size for F-connector plugs is 7 mm and therefore what you are most likely missing. But if you need other sizes, we also have them. The smallest F-connector plug is 4 mm wide. After that, we have 5 mm, 6 mm, standard size 7 mm, and finally the widest plug at 8.2 mm. The latter is a special size that is not used very often.

When you need to install plugs on antenna cables and assemble your own antenna cable, you should look for F-connector plugs. You can also use F-connector plugs together with adapter plugs.

You can get different sizes of F-connector plugs. They should be used in the connection between for instance your antenna amplifier or your antenna splitter when connecting directly to your TV. F-connector plugs need to be screwed on, which means they are better sealed than other types of antenna plugs.

Additionally, F-connector plugs are particularly suitable for damp places, as the connection is very tight. When you use F-connector plugs, you achieve optimal sound and picture quality.

Antenna tools

Do you need to set up a completely new antenna installation or replace some of the existing material? At avXperten, we have gathered a lot of high-quality specialized tools when it comes to optimizing your components.

To install an F-plug on an antenna cable, you can use the following tools:

• Stripping tool
• Installation tool
• Crimping tool

See all our specialized tools by following this link to the page: Antenna tools

Antenna cable joiner

Do you need to join two antenna cables into one long cable? Then you can do that with our antenna cable joiner. We have a selection of cable joiners that are specifically designed for antenna installations. You can secure your connection against loss of quality while also making it waterproof and dustproof.

It can also be used if you accidentally cut an outdoor cable. Instead of digging up your entire cable, you can join the cable with an antenna cable joiner.

See our range of antenna cable joiners here: Antenna cable joiner

How to get the perfect TV signal

Do you have a perfect TV signal? There are indeed many places in an antenna installation where problems can arise, which can either cause grainy signal, flickering, and poor pixelation.

Before you call your TV provider, there are many things you can check yourself. First and foremost, check if your TV is set up correctly. This means you should check whether you are receiving the signal from an analog signal or a digital signal.

Then you can restart your equipment and see if other TV signals in the household experience the same problems. If the other screens show a perfect signal, it is probably not your TV provider that is sending a poor signal to your household.

So before you call your provider and ask them to come fix the problem, you can review your installation. They often charge a fee if they are not the ones who made the mistake.

We have written a blog post about: How to get a perfect TV signal.

Additionally, we have some extra tips here when you need to set up your equipment as well as choose the right components. A poor signal is often due to poor shielding on cables, plugs, amplifiers, etc.

Create a star configuration

A star configuration is when you ensure that the signal is distributed as close to the signal source as possible. A separate antenna cable should be drawn to each TV that needs to be connected. The advantage of doing this is that you do not weaken the signal every time it has to pass through a loop. 

If you do not run a new cable each time but loop the signal, it will affect the quality on the last TVs in the line as there will not be enough signal left. So remember to create a star configuration. This way, you avoid repeated attenuation, and you can more easily control both your distribution and amplification of the signal.

Use HF-tight antenna material

Digital TV signals are very susceptible to external interference. So if you have cables and other components that are not properly shielded, this can contribute to you having a poor TV signal.

If you are having problems with your TV signal, it is a good idea to check whether your material is HF-tight.

HF-tight basically means that the material is shielded with metal or metal foil, which ensures that radio waves and other wireless emissions do not affect the signal.

These emissions can come from many things, including the masts used for the internet via 3G and 4G. They can also come from signals that come from your neighbor or some of your other electronic devices such as: phones, wireless internet, or recorders that are standing close to the source.

We have written a blog on: How to get a better signal and choose the right cables.

When you check your installation, make sure that all the components below are HF-tight.

• Antenna cable
• Antenna plug
• Antenna socket
• Distributor
• Amplifier

Stofa Approved and YouSee Ready

If you have either YouSee or Stofa as your TV provider, they have created an approval system that ensures that their products are compatible with the components you are using.

Therefore, you can look for either YouSee Ready or Stofa Approved when you buy cables, plugs, etc. This way, you ensure that your equipment is HF-tight and that it works with the rest of the installation.

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